that is the question

What a year it has been! If I'd told myself this time last year that I would have a successful podcast by the end of 2023 I would never have believed it. And yet here we are!

In this episode, I look back at my 2023 and discuss what I have learned and intend to take forward into 2024.

I hope you enjoy!

Managing uni-life balance? Why do people assume you’re a stripper when you do pole fitness? How to deal with diet culture in a new environment? Should we get the word ‘balance’ tattooed? 

In this episode, I talk to my amazing friend Laurie about all things university life, boundaries and how we’re trying to show up as our most authentic selves. 

We also discuss our experience doing pole dancing and the stigma surrounding the sport, the potential harm of endless productivity and checking in with comfort people and things.

I hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording!

Where does the word gossip come from? Can grey hairs, the menopause and female community be reclaimed for women? How do we support the people we love while accepting we cannot always fix?

On this episode of my podcast I chat to my lovely mum, Polly Harmston, about the nurturing role of female community, harnessing your inner power and how the changes women experience with age can be a joy rather than a source of shame. 

I know this episode has been a long time coming, but I’m back! And hoping to be more consistent from now onwards!

You can see some of my mum’s stunning work on her Instagram @pollymeynelltextiles or her website https://www.pollymeynell.com/ 

You can also find my Instagram @that.isthequestion

I hope you enjoy!

How does sexuality intersect with body image? Are labels a help or a hindrance for young queer people? Why is idolising and hyperfixating on celebrities so harmful?

This episode features my wonderful friend Ollie Dixon who shares his experience and wisdom about the concerning focus on body aesthetics within the queer community, how representation and role models still have a long way to go, and why labels used within the LGBTQ+ community might need some reassessment. 

You can find mine and Ollie’s first “podcast” which I turned into a blog here: https://beaharmston.wixsite.com/blog/post/queerness-clubbing-and-representation

And my Instagram account @that.isthequestion

Enjoy!

Maintaining productive routines at university? Is it possible to have confidence without comparison? Are creative and academic subjects centred around the same core themes? Why does the word polyglot sound so weird?

Today’s episode features my great friend Amenie Groves who sheds light on her experience at university, juggling a host of creative projects alongside her studies while trying to stay grounded and confident in herself. 

In between the laughter, we have a very open and honest discussion about some of the many aspects of becoming an adult and going through change. 

You can find Amenie on Instagram @thestudybrew

And check out our little photoshoot (featuring my cat) on my Instagram @that.isthequestion

Are there positives to privilege? Is masculinity in crisis? Why is fatherhood so undervalued? How should men be involved in feminism?

In this first episode of my podcast, I speak to my dad Joe Harmston; theatre director, writer and creative. 

We discuss a range of subjects including, the realities of trying to co-parent, how men should really be engaged in feminism and how we can harness privilege to elevate others.

You can check out my dad’s extensive career and achievements through his website: https://www.joeharmston.com/

And follow me on Instagram @that.isthequestion

I’m so excited to be sharing this conversation with you and the many more to come!